Don’t Get Caught Text-Handed

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While some cities already had a ban in place, Texas has finally implemented a statewide ban on texting and driving. Governor Greg Abbott signed HB 62, which approved the state’s ban on hand-held communications by motorists. The ban will go into effect September 1, 2017. This legislation was attempted six years ago, but after clearing both chambers, Governor (at the time) Rick Perry vetoed the texting-while-driving ban. Perry’s reasoning for the veto was that he didn’t want to “micromanage the behaviors of adults.” Texas was one of only four US states not implementing a texting-while-driving ban. Clearly this was an issue of...

20 March

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PSA on Distracted Driving PSA

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Cell phones are amazing devices that keep us connected to just about anyone and anything. But when people try to do more than just drive while behind the wheel, a simple call or text can result in devastating consequences. According to the NSC, “There is no safe way to use a cell phone while driving – even hands free. Distracted driving takes many forms, but cell phone use is at the top. Research shows the brain remains distracted for 27 seconds after dialing, changing music or sending a text using voice commands. Almost everyone has seen a driver distracted by a...